Why Collagen is Important for Your Skin
Ivana
may 20,2021
Collagen is the main structural protein in our bodies, providing strenght to our connective tissues. This precious molecul also repair damage and allows our tissues to regenerate. Acheaving natural, healthy looking skin depend greatly on the quality or our collagen fibers and the ability to synthesize it.
“One recent study showed that in individuals taking a daily supplement containing collagen peptides, there was a significant reduction in eye wrinkle depth.”
Now that you know a little bit about what collagen is, let’s answer this question: What does collagen do for skin?
As collagen diminishes, our skin loses its firmness and begins to sag, while wrinkles that used to appear only with a smile or frown become visible all the time—yikes! This is where collagen skin supplements may be beneficial.
One recent study showed that in individuals taking a daily supplement containing collagen peptides, there was a significant reduction in eye wrinkle depth as well as improvement in their skin’s collagen and elastin after eight weeks of taking the supplements.
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